Modern Commerce Vol. 01 - Astound Digital | Modern Digital Commerce Experts

MODERN
commerce

Learn how Astound solutions are fueling growth for 13 iconic brands

We at Astound know one thing to be true: Even as the economy and market conditions fluctuate, meteoric digital commerce demand sustains. In that spirit, Astound is proud to present our capabilities and solutions “lookbook,” entitled Modern Commerce.

By sharing our work and the results we’ve achieved for some of the world’s most iconic brands, this first-annual publication showcases all the superpowers we can apply to your business across the core areas of Growth, Design, Demand, and Technology.

Learn about the holistic approach we bring to our work with brands like Skechers, L’Oréal, GoodwillFinds, and more—uncovering untapped revenue streams and building experiences that ignite sales, delight consumers, and transform casual buyers into brand champions.

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“2023 will be a transformative year for us all, and we’re ready to seize the opportunity the new year holds for your brand.”

Michael Kahn
Global Ceo, Astound

We envision your brand’s future state, defining the building blocks, and creating a roadmap to your North Star.

We believe commerce is at the heart of why brands and consumers connect—and we know that meeting shopper demand in the moment requires deep commerce expertise to acquire, expand, and retain customer value and drive business success.

from 2021 to 2026

the fashion rental
market is forecast
to grow by

We envision your brand’s future state, defining the building blocks, and creating a roadmap to your North Star.

of executives reported
a positive impact on
revenue growth due
to esg investment

also reported
increased profitability

in 2023, social media is
expected to generate

IN SALES, ACCOUNTING
FOR 20% OF GLOBAL RETAIL SALES

according to
accenture, just a

1% increase

in the use of ar/vr in retail could enable additional sales opportunities worth

OF CONSUMERS ARE MORE LIKELY TO PURCHASE WHEN THE EXPERIENCE IS PERSONALIZED

ARE MORE LIKELY TO BECOME
REPEAT BUYERS

OF CONSUMERS SWITCHED FROM TRADITIONAL BRANDS TO D2C IN AT LEAST ONE CATEGORY IN 2021

COMPANIES WITH OMNICHANNEL STRATEGIES RETAIN ON AVERAGE

OF THEIR CUSTOMERS VERSUS 33% FOR COMPANIES WITH WEAK STRATEGIES

THE GLOBAL AR, VR, AND MR MARKET IS EXPECTED TO RISE TO MORE THAN

250

BY 2028, WHERE MOBILE AR IS A KEY GROWTH DRIVER

SUSTAINABILITY TOPS THE LIST OF WHERE CIOS EXPECT TECHNOLOGY TO HAVE THE BIGGEST IMPACT ON THEIR ORGANIZATION IN THE NEXT

ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IS EXPECTED TO HAVE A BIG IMPACT ON ECOMMERCE IN 2023—THE NUMBER OF BUSINESSES ADOPTING AI HAS GROWN BY

270

in the last 4 years alone

from 2021 to 2026

the fashion rental
market is forecast
to grow by

of executives reported
a positive impact on
revenue growth due
to esg investment

also reports
increased profitability

in 2023, social media is
expected to generate

IN SALES, ACCOUNTING
FOR 20% OF GLOBAL RETAIL SALES

according to
accenture, just a

1% increase

in the use of ar/vr in retail could enable additional sales opportunities worth

OF CONSUMERS ARE MORE LIKELY TO PURCHASE WHEN THE EXPERIENCE IS PERSONALIZED

ARE MORE LIKELY TO BECOME
REPEAT BUYERS

OF CONSUMERS SWITCHED FROM TRADITIONAL BRANDS TO D2C IN AT LEAST ONE CATEGORY IN 2021

COMPANIES WITH OMNICHANNEL STRATEGIES RETAIN ON AVERAGE

OF THEIR CUSTOMERS VERSUS 33% FOR COMPANIES WITH WEAK STRATEGIES

THE GLOBAL AR, VR, AND MR MARKET IS EXPECTED TO RISE TO MORE THAN

250

BY 2028, WHERE MOBILE AR
IS A KEY GROWTH DRIVER

SUSTAINABILITY TOPS THE LIST OF WHERE CIOS EXPECT TECHNOLOGY TO HAVE THE BIGGEST IMPACT ON THEIR ORGANIZATION IN THE NEXT

ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IS EXPECTED TO HAVE A BIG IMPACT ON ECOMMERCE IN 2023—THE NUMBER OF BUSINESSES ADOPTING AI HAS GROWN BY

270

in the last 4 years alone

Ready to unlock
growth in 2023?

Let’s talk today to drive powerful results for your brand.

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